The BIG DEBATE!

Debbie’s plan against Joe went seriously awry when Ross was sprayed with acid – leading to some disturbing, difficultto-watch scenes. Many readers feel that Emmerdale has gone too far…

I think Emmerdale should be absolutely ashamed of themselves for the acid attack storyline. Yes, I know this terrible form of violence is a very real blight on our country right now, but I don’t think a soap should be using it just to spice up a storyline. All it shows is how easy it is to carry out such an attack, and might even put ideas into the heads of any troubled viewers watching, especially children. It’s a terrible risk to go with this story, and I truly pray that Emmerdale don’t come to regret it.

| David

Soaps are a great way to bring serious subjects to a wider public, especially regarding health matters. But what has happened to Ross isn’t ‘raising awareness’ of acid attacks.

You can’t protect yourself against something like that. It’s not like a breast cancer storyline that encourages people to be checked out. This story does more to promote acid attacks than help to prevent them.

| Gary, Blackpool

It’s absolutely terrible what has happened to Ross and I don’t enjoy watching it, but I still need to praise actor Michael Parr for his amazing performance as Ross.

| Colin, London

One other aspect of this story gave some readers cause for concern…

How can Debbie ever come back from having caused something as horrible as this? I don’t think she will ever have my sympathy again.

| Abby